anchorman. talladega nights. step brothers. old school.  just a few of the amazing comedies that the beloved will ferrell has headlined. but his latest certainly doesn’t fall in line with these slapstick credits!

watch the trailer (above) of will’s new movie everything must go in which he plays a man who lives on his front lawn and sells all his belongings after losing his wife & job. thoughts?

it’s obvious this has a comedic element, but there’s definitely some underlying drama goin’ on. it’ll be interesting to see if he’ll be able to pull viewers away from ron burgundy and into nick halsey, his character in this new flick.

everything must go has been getting good reviews for the most part: “it is a sweet — and often very honest — look at life, and another example of how criminally underused will ferrell’s talents are” (via moviefone). but there’s definitely one thing critics universally agree about – that this will not be a big money-maker at the box office. with a budget of only $8 million, the studio at least won’t be losing money. i’ll be interested to see the numbers though! catch it in theaters may 13th.

well, this title may be a bit misleading! cuz based on the trailer, this ain’t looking like the “best” or brightest” film at all.

starring neil patrick harris and bonnie somerville, the best and the brightest boasts a seemingly comedic yet poorly executed plot:

set in the world of new york city’s elite private kindergartens, the comedy centers on a fresh-faced young couple, samantha (somerville) and jeff (harris), who have only recently moved into town. they soon realize the lengths they must go to in order to get their 5-year-old daughter into school.

watch the trailer above. it seems to be… falling short. like it could be funny, but it’s just not making you laugh. i mean, i didn’t even crack a smile let alone a laugh during those 2.5 minutes! these days, it’s almost impossible to make a movie look bad, what with the magic of movie trailers. yet, this one looks like yuck.

the best and the brightest hits theaters sometime this summer, and i’d be bettin’ it’s going to flop like no other. sorry neil patrick!

well this just might be a first!

disney release mars needs moms debuted in theaters this past weekend, to less-than-impressive numbers. i know what you’re asking yourself… what is mars needs moms? (see trailer above).

RIGHT?!

i’ve got a fairly healthy obsession with the movie industry, habitually checking news and box office up-and-comers. even I felt a little in the dark about this flick!

it seems to be quite the dud. after costing disney over $150 million to produce, moviegoers only shelled out $6.8 million during its opening weekend. OUCH.

disney president of worldwide distribution chuck viane says of the flop, “the right audience came, but not in the numbers we needed. i’m disappointed for the filmmakers. they spent at least two years of their lives making a terrific movie that people won’t see.”

in my opinion, it was a huge marketing slip-up. usually, you see promos for movies on TV, internet, radio and you then make the decision on whether or not you want to see it. we didn’t even get the chance to decide cuz we didn’t see those promos! perhaps we’ll see it fair better over the next few weeks?

your curiosity will get the best of you… go ahead and watch the trailer of bad teacher above before reading on!

so, if you can get through the NSFW language, it actually looks pretty funny! cameron diaz is back right where she belongs – in a tongue-in-cheek rom com. diaz plays a foul-mouthed junior high school teacher who tries to woo a co-worker after being dumped by her sugar daddy.

she certainly has some unconventional teaching methods! let’s just say i wouldn’t want her as my child’s teacher!

bad teacher also jason segal, justin timberlake and the office star, phyllis smith. the flick hits theaters this summer – june 24th. what do you think, will YOU be checking it out?

beside being entirely underwhelmed at last night’s production (sorry james & anne!), there were definitely some fashion stand-outs. check out my picks for best and worst dressed, and more!

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i’ll start with my faves.

first up, miss reese witherspoon in a to-die-for ensemble. this giorgio armani prive gown is so simple, yet beautifully elegant. kudos to that hair do as well! and the best actress academy-award winner herself, natalie portman, shined in this marroon rodarte dress. perfect choice for her growing baby bump too! love the off-the-shoulder detailing.

‘best song’ performer mandy moore chose this subdued monique lhuillier gown. this is how you do red carpet, folks. her look is flawless right down to the exceptional fit of the dress. black swan actress mila kunis took lavender to new heights when she donned this elie saab haute couture beauty. breathtaking details and gorgeous overall design. loved it.

rounding out my top 5 was matthew mcconaughey’s baby momma camilla alves in kaufman franco. WOW, is all i can say. i couldn’t have been more in love with this choice… the ruching and lay of the skirt was muy fantastico!

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we saw lots of RED on this year’s red carpet… and i must say they look radiant.

oscar host anne hathaway‘s chose this valentino gown for her first dress of the evening. while i liked the look, how much more svelte would this have been without the additions to the skirt? i would’ve gone ga-ga over this if it were a column dress. but good job, anne, i do like! newcomer jennifer lawrence tore it up in this form-fitting calvin klein collection gown. let’s call a spade a spade… she’s hot.

one of my favorites of the night – sandra b in vera wang! simply ravishing! that waist is perfection. i would’ve liked to see her wear her hair down for a change, but she still looks scrumptious. new mommy penelope cruz accompanied her nominated hubby (javier bardem) in l’wren scott. wasn’t my fave of the night, but you gotta hand it to her – she looks great!

presenter jennifer hudson wowed the crowd in atelier versace… what else can be said? she is workin’ it in this dress! you don’t see too many halter straps on the red carpet, but this definitely works. get it girl!

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and now… for the worst. yikes, did these ladies have it WRONG.

i was brought to tears laughing so hard at marisa tomei‘s charles james dress. red carpet commentators loved it… until the camera panned down to the bottom. that looks like something that belongs under the dress, not on top! close, but no cigar. for best supporting actress melissa leo, i have one question: why are you wearing a doily to the oscars? please shred this marc bouwer dress as soon as possible. thanks.

nominee michelle williams picks this less-than-flattering sleeved column gown by chanel haute couture. this girl has a rockin’ bod, but even SHE looks awful in this sheet! i would’ve liked to see her in a strapless blue or red gown. next year, next year. resident beauty scarlett johansson slipped up big time in dolce & gabbana. i’m telling you, remove the old-fashioned lace, and i would’ve loved it. the color and cut are gorge, the lace is not.

an unusual choice from cate blanchett (wearing givenchy couture), that i would’ve liked if not for the circle cut-out. the light lavender and gold embellishments are glorious togehter… even the funky sleeves are working! but why is there a target-shaped hole on your chest?! bah!

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well that about wraps things up! what did YOU think? agree or disagree with any of my picks?

5:30 – the Oscars are about to start! did you catch my red carpet coverage?

5:31 – loving the best picture montage to kick things off…

5:33 – hosts james franco & anne hathaway are already livening things up. good choice, academy!

5:42 – what is this? a tribute to my FAVORITE movie ever… gone with the wind?!

5:46 – glad alice in wonderland won for art direction. that film sure deserved something!

5:47 – lovely! inception wins for best cinematography. what an excellent production.

5:52 – haha kirk douglass about anne hathaway: “she’s gorgeous! where was she when i was making movies?”

5:58 – best supporting actress winner melissa leo is so deserving of this award… and so humble too!

6:06 – best animated film goes to… toy story 3! i have a soft spot in my heart for how to train your dragon, but oh well.

6:19 – the first award for the king’s speech of the night, for best original screenplay.

6:26 – helen mirren, you are FLAWLESS. can i please look like you when i’m older?

6:33 – of course, christian bale wins for best supporting actor! LOVED him in this role. what a great acceptance speech! “to my wonderful wife, you’re my mast through the storms of life. i hope i’m likewise.”

6:45 – the social network wins for best original score, which makes sense… did you or did you not have that soundtrack in your head after watching it?

6:59 – GOOD! alice in wonderland wins for best costume design. such a magical display of costuming.

7:08 – and the best original song performances have begun!

7:18 – halftime report on anne hathaway and james franco. they’re doing okay… anne’s a bit flighty and james is lacking some personality. but, it could be worse!

7:27 – yes, a seasoned veteran! billy crystal‘s here.

7:41 – james makes a joke! inappropriate movie titles from 2011… winter’s bone, rabbit hole & how to train your dragon

7:47 – randy newman wins for best original song (toy story 3 – “we belong together”). this is his 20th nomination and 2nd win! congrats!

7:59 – in memoriam tribute… “it’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it.” – lean horne

8:03 – and the best director winner is… tom hooper for the king’s speech! “listen to your mother!” for it was she who introduced tom to the movie in the first place.

8:12 – okay here come the big ones!

8:13 – black swan‘s natalie portman wins for best actress! definitely no surprise there.

8:22 – the beautiful sandra bullock presents for best actor… with that lovely carefree attitude and humorous tone.

8:25 – YAY for colin firth! first oscar win, for best actor for the king’s speech.

8:36 – and the final award for best picture goes to… the king’s speech! LOVE IT!

8:40 – and, that’s a wrap. until next year!

3:00 – me likey the Oscars.

3:01 – it’s gotta be E! for the red carpet…

3:02 – seacrest‘s chatting with best actress nominee jennifer lawrence from winter’s bone. heard rave reviews, but haven’t seen it yet! she looks FLAWLESS in this beautiful red calvin klein gown!

3:05 – guiliana rancic‘s baby name suggestions for natalie portman: midnight, peach, babylon. ummmm….

3:12 – best actress nominee melissa leo (the fighter) wearing an interesting high-collared gown. would’ve been great if not for that COLLAR! who wears collars on the red carpet?

3:14 – SO EXCITED to see anne hathaway and james franco in action hosting the 83rd Oscars. they are so great together!

3:23 – hailee steinfeld of true grit in a pale pink marchesa gown. very age-appropriate. sidenote: watched true grit last night, and i have to be honest, i hated it.

3:25 – black swan‘s mila kunis in a pale lavender elie saab gown. loving the color! she reveals she auditioned for director darren aronofsky on skype!

3:32 – oh how i love russell brand… with his mom “babs!” so cute. where’s wife katy? “currently touring planet earth.”‘

3:35 – blue valentine best actress nominee michelle williams in a subdued sheer white chanel gown. not crazy about it, but it’s fitting i suppose! did she seem insanely awkward during that interview or is it just me?

3:39 – best supporting actress nominee amy adams up for her fiesty role in the fighter. love the navy! WOW! but could’ve done without the necklace on top of it.

3:40 – just spotted an Oscar host: LOVE anne hathaway in that stunning red ensemble! gorgeous gorgeous!

3:50 – best song performer mandy moore chose quite the stunner in this monique lhuillier number. pretty much perfection.

3:56 – presenter jennifer hudson is so refreshing! so fun and outgoing when most people are awkwardly stoic. love her and that dashing red gown of hers.

4:03 – oh i loved scarlett johansson‘s dress at first glance… and then i saw the crochet bits. kind of looks like a old-fashioned granny dress!

4:15 – the king’s speech best actress nominee helena bonham carter looking carefree in her black get-up. “i’ve got a bit of a complex with my bum.” love the honesty!

4:21 – presenter hilary swank in another stunner. wasn’t anything special until the camera panned down to reveal the feathery detail. i’m likin’ it!

4:29 – and the big names start pouring in! sandra bullock in red, halle berry in taupe, reese witherspoon in black & white and penelope cruz in maroon!

4:31 – absolutely HATING nicole kidman‘s choice tonight. the dress, the necklace… not good.

4:33 – matthew mcconaughey on “the sell tour” for this new movie the lincoln lawyer. looks pretty good!

4:38 – the fighter‘s christian bale… i can’t say enough about his performance. hope he wins tonight!!

4:39 – presenter sandra bullock looks PERFECT in her red vera wang. one of my favorites of the night!

4:43 – my wish? that i look half as good as celine dion after having a baby (and she had TWO of them!)

4:49 – so cute, mark wahlberg! “i’ve already won the real statue (points to his wife).”

4:58 – natalie portman has arrived! wearing a gorgeous maroon rodarte gown. perfect choice for the super-prego lady.

4:59 – it’s OVER already? my faves: natalie portman, jennifer lawrence, sandra bullock, reese witherspoon & mandy moore. my picks for worst: scarlett johansson, nicole kidman, cate blanchett, & michelle williams.

5:00 – the Oscars start in 30 minutes! get live coverage here.